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1. Cathy's Cottages

Cathy's Cottages
3.0 star property
Big Bear City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (499 reviews)
"Honestly the cutest little cottage, but also not so little. Ample room and such a cute neighborhood. Can’t wait to go back ."
United States
Yesenia
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Cathy's Cottages

2. Tao Cabins

Tao Cabins
3.0 star property
Big Bear City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (170 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay"
United States
David
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Tao Cabins

3. Mountain Bliss

Mountain Bliss
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Overall great stay and experience, nothing bad to say about this place will go again the check in time wish it was more earlier and check out is very early but great cabin and area."
United States
Jesus
The price is €303
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mountain Bliss

4. The Great Escape

The Great Escape
2.5 star property
Big Bear City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Very nice property and spotless inside. Well equipped but it would have been nice to have more relaxing seating on the front porch."
United States
Mark
The price is €290
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Great Escape

5. Bruin Chalet #2464

Bruin Chalet #2464
3.0 star property
Big Bear City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"It was a beautiful and clean cabin. We enjoyed it. The kid's want to go back to the same cabin next year."
United States
Connie
The price is €325
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bruin Chalet #2464

6. A-Frame Delight

A-Frame Delight
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"We had a great time Excellent place, close to everything We enjoyed it "
United States
Roque
The price is €323
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
A-Frame Delight

7. Elysian Escape

Elysian Escape
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"Very comfortable cabin . Cozy beds and beautiful kitchen. We are truly grateful for the experience. My family loved it ."
United States
Ernest J
The price is €393
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Elysian Escape

8. Alpine Retreat

Alpine Retreat
2.0 star property
Moonridge
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The Cabin itself was very spacious for our family of 4 plus a dog. Plenty of activities and games for the family to do together All the appliances worked great and the beds were very comfortable. We plan on doing this again. Even if it was the same cabin, we were very happy with it"
United States
Markjoseph
The price is €369
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Alpine Retreat

9. The Bear House

The Bear House
2.0 star property
Moonridge
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our trip .The house was very clean amd comfortable."
United States
ARMEN
The price is €618
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Bear House

10. Casa Luna

Casa Luna
2.5 star property
Big Bear City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"The house was very beautiful and check in/out was very accommodating. Fireplace and home was clean and had enough pans to cook as well as cups / forks knives and seasonings which was a plus. Just a few things that we had issues with ; ceilings upstairs were sloped where the beds were so my husband kept banging his head. If you’re trying to be quiet upstairs you cannot because the floors creak really bad but that’s common in the cold for hardwood floors. The upstairs had only a tub so in...
United States
Andrea
The price is €372
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casa Luna

11. Harrison's Hanger

Harrison's Hanger
4.0 star property
Big Bear City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Esta bonita muy cómoda solo que el sofá cama necesita cambiarse por lo demás esta bien"
Mexico
Ruth
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Harrison's Hanger

12. Hideaway Cabin

Hideaway Cabin
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hideaway Cabin

13. Calm & Cozy Cabin

Calm & Cozy Cabin
2.0 star property
Whispering Forest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
The price is €342
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Calm & Cozy Cabin

14. Snowridge

Snowridge
2.0 star property
Whispering Forest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"The stove is very old and not all burners work and one oven doesn’t work. The smaller oven did work. No dustpan to help sweet the floor and the brooms were very old and needed to be replaced "
United States
Arlene
The price is €328
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Snowridge

15. Above IT ALL #1685

Above IT ALL #1685
3.0 star property
Big Bear City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location Great everything"
United States
Thomas
The price is €325
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Above IT ALL #1685

16. Rest N Relax Inn

Rest N Relax Inn
2.0 star property
Moonridge
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"It was really cold, the rooms were very cold and it was hard to keep it warm"
Mexico
Diana
The price is €395
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Rest N Relax Inn

17. A-Frame of Mind

A-Frame of Mind
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Property did not look like pictures"
United States
Angelin
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
A-Frame of Mind

18. Country Bear Inn

Country Bear Inn
2.0 star property
Big Bear City
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Liked: 4 rooms for our 9 people. Good kitchen space. Plenty of real beds and no need to sleep on couches. New spacious fridge. DISLIKED: The entire place is DIRTY. Dusty floors, spider-webbed ceilings in bedrooms, leaf-littered property including pool table area. Special mention to the NASTY BBQ grill even AFTER calling for cleaning. Useless BBQ tools provided; had to buy own brushes and tongs. Offered firewood but no chimney tools. Dangerously hot running water. The only shower in the...
United States
JORGE
The price is €555
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Country Bear Inn

19. The Calming Pines Cabin

The Calming Pines Cabin
2.0 star property
Big Bear
The price is €295
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Calming Pines Cabin

20. Golden Bear

Golden Bear
4.0 star property
Big Bear City
The price is €519
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Golden Bear
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Frequently asked questions

What is Big Bear City like for travellers on a budget?
Big Bear City has a variety of cheap accommodation options and things to do, making it a great choice for a budget-friendly getaway. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Big Bear Lake, Gold Mountain Memorial Park and Green Canyon Group Camp.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Big Bear City?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Big Bear City, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of 8°C. The snowiest months in Big Bear City are February, March, January and May, with each month seeing an average of 25 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Big Bear City?
You don't need to spend big to get to know Big Bear City. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Check out the area's cultural spots like Community Arts Theater Society and Big Bear Solar Observatory, or get outdoors at Big Bear Lake.
How can I get to Big Bear City and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Big Bear City is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is 27.2 mi (43.7 km) away from the centre in San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Palm Springs, CA (PSP-Palm Springs Intl.), located 34.9 mi (56.2 km) away. Big Bear City might not have very many public transport choices so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to see the area.